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Have you just learned that you need to have surgery soon? Are you nervous? It's fine to be nervous and this article may help to ease some fears/worries you may have.


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    Calm down. This is very important so that you don't over-react.
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    Know what will happen. If you know what the doctors will be doing, it will make you feel like you are a part of the planning for your surgery.
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    Go on YouTube and watch videos about your surgery, or even surgery in general. They have helped many kids, so they may help you!
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    Talk to your friends. They can be a major help!
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    Talk to a trusted adult. Whether it is a school counsellor, a parent, a doctor or someone else, they too can help a lot.
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    Talk with a child life specialist.
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    Try to have fun with it. Lots of hospitals have playrooms so you can play while at the hospital.

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